Lead Warehouse Associate

Warehouse Associate

Classification : Hourly

Shift : Second Shift - 8 (United States of America)

Job Description :

Are you looking for a new challenge? Passionate about innovation? Want to work for a company that values integrity, teamwork and loyalty?

At LATICRETE International we are driven to be a top ten construction chemical company that still values family, diversity, collaboration and invention. We've been in business for over 65 years, family owned / operated for three generations and are available in 100 countries. In 2017, The Hartford Business Journal named us one of Connecticut's Top Family Owned Companies!

We don't just make innovative, industry-leading products. We strive to connect with, engage with and improve the lives of our employees, our customers, our partners, and the global communities in which we operate.

We are seeking passionate and ambitious employees who want to make a difference not just within our organization, but within their communities and the world. If that sounds like you, then what are you waiting for? Join the family and expand your horizons!

Just some of our benefits :

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Tuition reimbursement

12 paid holidays in addition to paid vacation and sick time

Flexible spending

Life Insurance, AD&D and Supplemental Insurance

1 week paid plant shutdown between the Christmas and New Year's Day holidays

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned, as necessary.

Order Picking (20%) :

Review daily orders and organize process for picking.

Delegate orders to team members.

Inspect all pallets that are leaving the Warehouse.

If order is not correct, inform collector and have them fix.

Reinspect prior to the order leaving the warehouse.

Housekeeping (5%) :

Ensure aisles & rack locations are clean of debris and empty pallets.

Perform final warehouse inspection to ensure housekeeping has been completed properly, including dock areas, staging, and return areas, and address any issues.

Forklift Inspections (5%) :

Pre-shift and post-shift inspection of forklift to ensure properly maintained and any necessary repairs are escalated.

Report necessary maintenance / repairs to Plant Manager / Maintenance Manager.

Mentorship & Training (25%) :

Conduct new employee training to help them to properly pick orders.

Act as a resource if they are having trouble locating an item.

Ensure new associates are following safety and housekeeping protocols guide as necessary.

Provide ongoing support, training and act as escalation point.

Monitor monthly safety trainings are completed.

Assist Warehouse Manager with any necessary performance coaching plans and provide support for employee development initiatives.

Order Loading / Un-Loading (10%) :

Assist with loading of completed orders onto trucks, delivery carriers and / or customer pickups.

Assist with order unloading of LTL Carriers and truck loads.

Perform receiving duties for orders being delivered - ensure items orders are actually received, inform purchaser of any discrepancies.

Stock items located in the warehouse or deliver to purchasing party.

Correct any Purchase Order discrepancies.

Document discrepancies and maintain shipping documentation.

Assist Procurement & Accounts Payable regarding Purchase Orders / Invoices issues and corrections.

Work with Customer Service and QC team to process RMA's and carrier returns.

Put Aways (5%) :

Review daily Put-Aways assign to team members and ensure accurate completion.

Inventory Audit (10%) :

Assist in annual inventory audit.

Perform product counts and log.

Assist with investigating inventory discrepancies.

Warehouse Management (20%) :

Monitor daily warehouse operations and provide regular updates regarding products, inventory, shipping and employees performance to Warehouse leaders.

Assist Warehouse / Plant Manager with warehouse / employee projects and initiatives.

Conduct pre-shift meeting with the team to communicate daily focus, initiatives and announcements. Coordinate with other department leads on upcoming and ongoing projects.

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Able to utilize math to perform basic inventory counts.

Able to read and interpret directions and order details.

Able to communicate both in writing and verbally.

Able to operate forklift safely.

Able to operate RFGen Gun.

5+ Years Warehouse Experience.

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Experience utilizing ERP system (preferably JD Edwards).

Proven ability to learn new computer skills and programs.

Education and Experience :

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Physical Requirements :

Must pass pre-employment physical.

Lift : Must be able to lift and / or carry a minimum of 50 pounds.

Push / Pull : Must be able to push / pull 50 pounds.

Stand : Must be able to stand 80% of the day.

Sitting : Must be able to sit 20% of the day.

Twisting / Bending : Must be able to twist / bend 50% of the day.

Squatting, Climbing and / or Crawling : Must be able to squat / climb / crawl 20% of the day.